Assistant Professor WOT, Radiation Oncology, FHCC

The Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Washington invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026. We seek applicants who demonstrate commitment to excellence in research, teaching, and service in a diverse and inclusive academic community. The successful candidate will join our faculty on a full‑time basis for a twelve‑month academic appointment (3‑year term, renewable at the rank of Assistant Professor) beginning July 1, 2026.

This position is paid directly by Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (FHCC) and receives no UW compensation. Please refer to FHCC for information about compensation for this position.

The successful candidate will be expected to enter a dynamic research environment focused on understanding the biology of cancer, its molecular and pathogenic origins, and its consequences to health. The candidate will be expected to perform the duties of a laboratory‑based scientist whose work advances our understanding of human disease mechanisms that will contribute to an understanding of the biological basis of solid cancers and translation to the clinic.

Candidate are expected to build a substantial record of achievement in areas that include, but are not limited to: radiation biology, imaging, cell autonomous and non‑cell autonomous mechanisms of cancer initiation, evolution, and/or metastasis; genomics/systems biology; computational cancer biology; functional genomics; post‑transcriptional gene regulation; novel therapeutics; and mechanisms of drug resistance.

Faculty are expected to perform their primary activities on‑site at Fred Hutch.

Applicants for this position must meet the following minimum qualifications:

• PhD, MD/PhD, MD, or foreign equivalent.

To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit all materials no later than May 31, 2026. Priority will be given to those applications received by May 31, 2026. Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio: [link]. The position will remain open until filled.

• Cover letter of no more than 3 pages detailing your interest in the position, relevant qualifications, and experiences.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Three‑page research statement describing current and future research interests.
• One‑page Mentorship and Training statement addressing the following prompt:
  What is your mentorship philosophy and approach, and what has informed them? Please describe specific actions you have taken or plan to take to create a collaborative and effective training and mentorship environment in which all trainees and staff can thrive.
• Contact information for at least 3 referees who are prepared to provide letters of recommendation upon request.

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information.

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